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HCA Foundation Gives $40K to Charleston Cancer Lodge
SolutionsMay 7

HCA Foundation Gives $40K to Charleston Cancer Lodge

The HCA Healthcare Foundation just donated $40,000 to help cancer patients and their families access free housing during treatment in Charleston. This gift supports the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge's mission to ease the financial burden of cancer care.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Charleston Cleanup Event Aims for 25B Pieces of Litter
Acts of KindnessJun 13

Charleston Cleanup Event Aims for 25B Pieces of Litter

Volunteers in Charleston are tackling litter this Saturday as part of a nationwide push to collect 25 billion pieces of trash by July 4. The two-hour event protects local waterways and wildlife while celebrating America's 250th birthday.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Charleston Opens Brick-and-Mortar AI Shop for Beginners
InnovationSep 9

Charleston Opens Brick-and-Mortar AI Shop for Beginners

A Charleston storefront is teaching everyday people and small businesses how to use AI, meeting them where they are with simple explanations and hands-on help. The viral video sparked jokes online, but many see genius in making technology accessible to everyone.

Upworthy2 min read
Charleston Volunteers Grow 60,000 Flowers for City Parks
Acts of KindnessJan 28

Charleston Volunteers Grow 60,000 Flowers for City Parks

Thirty volunteers in Charleston turn tiny seeds into stunning flower displays across the city's parks, saving thousands of dollars while finding joy in every bloom. The greenhouse program has been quietly transforming public spaces since 2000.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
UAE Builds Platform for $1 Trillion Philanthropy Shift
SolutionsFeb 26

UAE Builds Platform for $1 Trillion Philanthropy Shift

The UAE is creating a hub to channel over $1 trillion in global philanthropy toward innovation, as wealthy donors shift from traditional charity to funding research that solves global problems. Gulf private giving alone reaches $210 billion annually, increasingly flowing toward education, healthcare, and climate solutions.

Google News - Uae Innovation3 min read
Golden Retriever Loses It Seeing His Vet at Charleston Bar
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Golden Retriever Loses It Seeing His Vet at Charleston Bar

A golden retriever's joyful reunion with his veterinarian at a Charleston brewery has melted hearts across TikTok. The sweet moment shows why the right vet makes all the difference for our furry friends.

Upworthy2 min read
Charleston Fundraiser Helps Hundreds of Women Find Jobs
Acts of KindnessJun 28

Charleston Fundraiser Helps Hundreds of Women Find Jobs

A Charleston nonprofit turns designer bargain shopping into career opportunities for women reentering the workforce. Every purchase at the Summer Market directly funds job interview coaching and professional wardrobes.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Charleston Arts Teacher Named 2026 Teacher of the Year
Community HeroesMay 5

Charleston Arts Teacher Named 2026 Teacher of the Year

Patrick Martin, an English teacher at Charleston County School of the Arts, just received the district's highest honor. He was chosen from over 80 outstanding educators for his ability to help young artists find their voices.

Google News - Teacher Wins Award2 min read
Charleston Event Gives Recovery Stories a Voice
Health & WellnessAug 11

Charleston Event Gives Recovery Stories a Voice

A Charleston church is hosting an evening where people in recovery can share their journeys of hope and healing. The Story Circle aims to shatter stigma by letting community members tell their own stories.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Jessica Pegula Wins Back-to-Back Charleston Open Titles
SportsApr 6

Jessica Pegula Wins Back-to-Back Charleston Open Titles

Jessica Pegula dominated the WTA Charleston Open final to defend her title, securing her second tournament victory of 2025. The New York tennis star needed just 82 minutes to claim her 11th career title in a convincing straight-sets win.

Japan Today2 min read
Charleston Special Education Scores Perfect Compliance
SolutionsSep 14

Charleston Special Education Scores Perfect Compliance

Charleston R-1 Schools just proved that special education excellence is possible. Their program earned a flawless state compliance review, meeting over 75 requirements with zero corrections needed. #

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Polish Family Foundations Lead Philanthropy Renaissance
Acts of KindnessFeb 24

Polish Family Foundations Lead Philanthropy Renaissance

Two family foundations in Poland are building a culture of giving after decades of communist rule made wealth building impossible. Their scholarship programs have already helped over 1,000 young people access top education.

Regional: poland development (PL)2 min read
Jessica Pegula Fights Through to Defend Charleston Crown
SportsApr 5

Jessica Pegula Fights Through to Defend Charleston Crown

American tennis star Jessica Pegula battled through her fourth consecutive three-set match to reach the WTA Charleston Open final, staying on track to defend her title. The world number five embraced the challenging path with humor and determination.

Japan Today2 min read
High School Senior Becomes Charleston's All-Time Rusher
Sports3d ago

High School Senior Becomes Charleston's All-Time Rusher

Treylin Couch just etched his name into Charleston High School history, becoming the football program's all-time leading rusher with 2,497 career yards. The humble senior says breaking the record has been a dream since his sophomore year.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
Ted Turner's $1B UN Gift Changed Global Philanthropy
Community HeroesMay 6

Ted Turner's $1B UN Gift Changed Global Philanthropy

The CNN founder who revolutionized news also transformed how billionaires give back, pledging $1 billion to the United Nations in 1997. His legacy through the UN Foundation continues strengthening global health, peace, and environmental protection today.

UN News2 min read
25-Year-Old Leads Philanthropy for Sioux Falls Foundation
Acts of KindnessFeb 11

25-Year-Old Leads Philanthropy for Sioux Falls Foundation

Reagan Kolberg turned down medicine to connect generous donors with local nonprofits that need them most. At just 25, she's helping shape the future of South Dakota's fastest-growing city.

Google: philanthropy gives2 min read
Charleston Survivor Helps Others Escape Human Trafficking
Community HeroesJan 20

Charleston Survivor Helps Others Escape Human Trafficking

After eight years trapped in trafficking, one woman's recovery is now helping others recognize the warning signs and find hope. Her story and the resources she connects victims to are creating pathways to freedom across South Carolina.

Google: survivor story3 min read
Charleston Survivor Helps Women Escape Domestic Violence
Acts of KindnessApr 13

Charleston Survivor Helps Women Escape Domestic Violence

After a decade of abuse starting at age 17, Brenna Lawrence rebuilt her life and now volunteers to help other women find their way out. Her message is simple: getting out is possible, and there's hope on the other side.

Google: survivor story2 min read
Charleston Cancer Center Hosts Free Events for Survivors
VideosJan 20

Charleston Cancer Center Hosts Free Events for Survivors

A West Virginia cancer center is bringing survivors, families, and caregivers together through monthly gatherings designed to celebrate life beyond treatment. The "Thrivers Night Out" series offers everything from painting nights to fashion shows, creating a support network that extends far beyond hospital walls.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
College Hoops Star Shoots for Record to Save Best Friend
SportsJan 27

College Hoops Star Shoots for Record to Save Best Friend

Former Charleston basketball player Dalton Bolon will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for most three-pointers in 24 hours to fund his best friend's cancer treatment. The same friend who rebounded for him every day in college now faces stage 4 colon cancer.

Google News - World Record2 min read

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